River Teme at Becks, Rushwick

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The lowdown

• This is the Becks stretch on the River Teme, near Rushwick and Powick in Worcestershire. It was formerly Bransford Angling Club water before coming under Worcester Angling Society.
• The water runs from around Rushwick railway bridge downstream to the end of the second meadow above the weir. That gives it a decent bit of river to explore, though no official length is listed.
• It’s a rural meadow-and-river fishery rather than a tidy stillwater job. Expect a proper countryside setting and footpath access around the water.
• The Society describes Becks as renowned for barbel and chub. Across its wider Teme waters, the focus is on specimen barbel and quality chub fishing.
• Access is available via Becks Farm on Upper Wick Lane. There’s also an approach from the Bransford Bridge lay-by near the Fox pub, using the public footpath.
• There’s a relatively long walk from the lay-by to parts of the stretch, so pack sensibly and don’t fancy taking the kitchen sink. Parking is associated with the lay-by, not the private access lane.
• Do not park in Upper Wick Lane. The holder also asks anglers not to obstruct access roads or properties. Close every gate behind you — simple stuff, but proper important here.
• This is a quality barbel-and-chub venue, so the appeal is the river itself and working out the swims rather than fishing numbered pegs. No official peg count is given.
• The statutory coarse-fishing close season applies from 15 March to 15 June. Outside that period, permits must be sorted before fishing, with no pay-on-the-bank option.
• Society bailiffs carry out regular checks. Keep your permit and current Environment Agency rod licence in order, and you’ll avoid any needless faff on the bank.

Methods: The checked details point firmly towards barbel and chub fishing on a quality river stretch. No specific bait or tackle approach is listed, so it’s best not to overcomplicate the plan.

Access & tickets

Non-members can buy West Diglis day permits from Alan’s Fishing Tackle Shop; the Society homepage also advertises day permits through Swimbooker. Get yours before fishing, as there’s no bank payment.

Fish the club names

barbel, chub

Key rules

• Permits must be purchased before fishing.
• There is no pay-on-the-bank option.
• Close gates behind you.
• Do not obstruct access roads or properties.
• A current Environment Agency rod licence is required.
• The statutory coarse-fishing close season runs from 15 March to 15 June.
• Society bailiffs carry out regular checks.

Where it is